Ulthera is a highly safe and effective non-surgical technology. Ulthera relies on the effect of ultrasound waves on the deep layers of the skin and facial muscles. which in turn stimulate the muscles to produce collagen and elastin, which leads to the muscle regaining its normal size, increasing its elasticity and tightening the skin. which results in the elimination of signs of aging from wrinkles and sagging.
Ultherapy was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FAD) in 2009 to treat and tighten the skin in the face and neck area and get rid of the lines and wrinkles on the upper chest to give a more youthful appearance.
What is Ulthera
Ulthera is an ultrasound device where these waves are focused on areas that suffer from a lack of collagen due to aging. This stimulates the production of additional quantities of collagen and elastin naturally in the skin by heating the inner layers of the muscles and raising their temperature to 60-70degrees Celsius with a depth of 4.5 mm to provide a suitable environment for the production of collagen and give a more spectacular and beautiful skin. It is worth mentioning that this device has a high degree of safety as it relies on ultrasound and avoids surgical operations and their complications, and thus depends only on the natural revitalization of the skin.
What is the importance of collagen produced by Ulthera
Collagen is one of the main structural proteins that give your skin durability and softness. Your skin produces collagen on its own, but the amount of collagen it produces gradually decreases. By the mid-twenties, collagen begins to decrease at a rate of 1.5% per year.
Ulthera Facelift
The appearance of signs of aging. such as sagging and lines in the skin, is not related to the changes that occur in the inner layers of the skin only. It is mainly related to the weakness and relaxation of the muscles below the skin. When performing a treatment for these wrinkles, the problem must be solved in all layers affected by aging. Here, the solution lies in the Ultherapy technique. This technique allows cosmetologists to reach the deep layers of the skin and the muscles below the skin. where ultrasound waves are focused on the targeted areas, which in turn provide the appropriate heat under the skin to stimulate the formation of muscle proteins ( collagen and elastin ) at an accelerated rate. The specialist doctor can control the degree and depth of the effect to give more effective results. This technique is also characterized by being able to work in the surrounding areas of the mouth. which are the most difficult and sensitive, thanks to the high safety rate it provides without the risk of skin damage or other complications.
People Candidate for Treatment
- Women and men in their 30s, 40s and early 50s.
- Suitable and safe for all skin tones and types.
- People with mild and moderate skin sagging.
- People who have undergone surgical facelifts and seek to maintain and enhance the results.
- People who are unwilling or unable to undergo surgical skin lifts and have realistic expectations.
Difference between Althera and Hifu
Both devices produce thermal energy ranging from 60-70° C to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, but the differences between the two devices lie through the following points: –
- Ulthera uses microwaves; HIFU uses high-intensity waves.
- Ulthera waves are characterized by penetration depths ranging from 1.5mm to 3 mm and 4.5mm as the attending physician deems appropriate; while hifu waves can penetrate the fat layers and may penetrate the bones.
- Ultherapy technology is capable of ultrasound imaging, which allows doctors to continuously examine and monitor the skin during treatment to ensure better results, while this feature is not available in HIFU technology.
Uses of Ulthera
This device stimulates the skin and facial muscles to reproduce the proteins and basic fibers that form the skin tissues to maintain their elasticity and stability. Cosmetic experts recommend ultrasound treatment ( Ultherapy ) because it is the safest. This technique can be used in places where it is difficult to inject filler due to its sensitivity. It also avoids the need for surgeries and the side effects that may result from such operations.
This technique can be used to treat sagging areas of the face including eye contour, upper eyelids, lower eyelids, chin lift, perioral wrinkles, neck lift and upper chest area
Methods of treatment
- At first, the doctor diagnoses the structure of the skin using Ulthera DeepSEE technology, and then the doctor determines the layers that need to be treated with Thera.
- Apply an anesthetic cream for 15-30 minutes to reduce the tingling associated with the treatment.
- A gel is applied to deliver ultrasound waves to the areas targeted for treatment, as this results in raising temperatures under the skin and is accompanied by a feeling of warmth and tingling.
- This process lasts for 30-60 minutes, during which the skin is stimulated to produce collagen and elastin, which increases the firmness and stability of the skin.
- After this procedure, your doctor will apply sunscreen to avoid any side effects or redness.
- The patient can return to normal activities immediately after the treatment session. In some rare cases, signs of redness or bruising may appear after the treatment process, but they disappear quickly and spontaneously after several hours of treatment.
- Usually one treatment session is enough to give perfect results as required and may need more than one session as the doctor deems appropriate
- The results of treatment are achieved within a period of 4 to 6 months and last up to a year and a half of treatment.
- The doctor should be seen after 2 weeks of treatment.
After Ulthera Tips
As mentioned earlier, the patient can return to his activities immediately after the treatment session, but it is recommended to follow the following instructions to obtain the best possible results
- It is necessary to stay away from waxing or laser hair removal during the first week .
- Avoid using hot water for bathing and not being exposed to sunlight for the first 5 days after treatment.
- Not using makeup on the first day of treatment in addition to not sleeping with makeup .
- Moisturize skin 5-8 times a day.
- Maintaining a Balanced Diet.
How soon can I see the results?
Some reviewers see results immediately after treatment as a result of stimulate collagen, but the final results begin to appear within 3-6 months, which are long-term results that last from one to two years.
To maintain the results, it is recommended to undergo sessions almost every year to fight the natural aging process of the skin, as they are used as a preventive and proactive measure to fight the effects of signs of aging and sagging of the skin.
Is Ulthera painful?
The Althera session is not performed without the use of anesthetic cream or pain relievers as the Althera technique uses thermal energy up to 140 degrees Fahrenheit in the deeper layers of subcutaneous tissue.
The feeling of pain varies from person to person. The patient may feel some discomfort during the session, such as feeling hot or tingling, and the pain completely disappears once the treatment session is completed.
Does Ulthera dissolve facial fat?
In fact, the impact of the Althera technique on facial fat was thoroughly studied by the US Food and Drug Administration and there were no warnings in this regard, as a full-face treatment session was conducted using full energy and the layers containing fat were targeted and the amount of fat loss was 1.25, which is a very small amount.
